Bruno Fernando News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Late addition to lineup Fernando will start over Jakob Poeltl (back spasms) in Thursday's game against the Heat, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Poeltl was a late scratch and has been downgraded to doubtful, meaning his chances of seeing the floor Thursday are very slim. Fernando should see plenty of minutes at center, with Chris Boucher also expected to see an expanded role off the bench.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Saturday Fernando is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Mavericks, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Fernando will return to his regular bench role after making a spot start against the Thunder on Dec. 5, notching four points, seven rebounds, two blocks, an assist and a steal across 19 minutes in a 129-92 loss. With Poeltl available and ready to handle his regular workload, Fernando isn't expected to see significant minutes off the bench against Dallas.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Getting chance with starters Fernando will start Thursday night's game against the Thunder, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact Fernando is in line for an opportunity at center after news broke that Jakob Poeltl (illness) wouldn't suit up. This marks Fernando's first start of the 2024-25 campaign, and he should shoulder a heavier workload after averaging only 8.6 minutes through his first 14 appearances of the season.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Strong play off bench Fernando racked up nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and five assists across 14 minutes during Monday's 102-100 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Fernando set season-best marks in points (9) and assists (5), doing all of his damage in just 14 minutes. He's had a very quiet season so far, but he could become an intriguing streamer if Jakob Poeltl misses time at any point this season.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Fernando (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact Fernando missed the last two games due to a right ankle sprain, but he will return to action Sunday. His availability figures to have a limited impact on the rotation as he has averaged just 9.1 minutes per contest in 11 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Fernando (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Cavaliers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Fernando is in danger of missing his third straight contest Sunday due to a sprained left ankle. The 26-year-old big man is averaging 3.5 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 9.1 minutes across his 11 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Fernando (ankle) will not play Thursday against Minnesota.

Impact Fernando will miss his second game in a row Thursday. He's been a fringe rotation player for the Raptors, so his absence won't carry many fantasy implications.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Monday Fernando (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pacers, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact Fernando sustained a right ankle sprain in the second quarter of Saturday's loss to Boston, though he was able to play through the injury. The 26-year-old big man's next chance to suit up will come Thursday against the Timberwolves.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Available to return Saturday Fernando (ankle) is available to return to Saturday's game against the Celtics, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.

Impact Fernando left in the second quarter of Saturday's game after rolling his right ankle. However, he's back on the Raptors' bench for the second half and is available to check back into the game.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with ankle injury Fernando went to the locker room in the second quarter of Saturday's game against the Celtics due to a right ankle injury, Kayla Grey of TSN reports.

Impact Fernando rolled his right ankle while attempting to grab a defensive rebound midway through the second quarter of Saturday's game. The good news was he was able to limp to the locker room under his own power, though it's unclear if he will be able to return to Saturday's contest. Jonathan Mogbo and Chris Boucher should see more minutes while Fernando is sidelined.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Career-best night on glass Fernando notched eight points (4-9 FG), 13 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 18 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 99-85 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact The 13 boards were a career high for the journeyman big, who is on his fourth team in six NBA seasons. Fernando doesn't see consistent minutes in the Toronto frontcourt and has little fantasy value in his current role, but he is averaging 0.8 blocks in only 9.0 minutes a game. An injury to Jakob Poeltl could make Fernando an intriguing waiver-wire target.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Earns final spot on roster Fernando earned the 15th spot on the Raptors' roster Monday, Doug Smith of the Toronto Star reports.

Impact The Raptors claimed Fernando off waivers in July after he was let go by the Hawks. The 2019 second-round pick averaged 15.2 minutes per game across 45 regular-season contests last year, and while he's buried on the Raptors' depth chart, Fernando could see some playing time early on during the 2024-25 regular season if Kelly Olynyk (back) and Chris Boucher (knee) were to be sidelined.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Strong off bench Friday Fernando compiled six points (2-9 FG, 0-1 3PT, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, four steals, two assists and one block in 17 minutes during Friday's 113-95 loss to Washington.

Impact Fernando was waived by the Hawks in July, only to be offered a lifeline in the form of a non-guaranteed, one-year contract by the Raptors. Despite shooting the ball poorly in the loss, Fernando racked up five defensive stats, something the coaching staff would have been keeping an eye on. He is no certainty to make the final roster but performances like this should at least keep him in the discussion.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

On this day: Fab Melo dealt to Griz; Ed Stanczak, Bruno Fernando born On this day, former Celtics center Fab Melo was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies, and Bruno Fernando and Ed Stanczak were born.

AUGUST 15 • USATODAY.COM

Joins Toronto The Raptors signed Fernando to a non-guaranteed contract Friday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact The 25-year-old was released by the Hawks earlier this week and didn't take long to latch on with a new team. Fernando will need a strong camp to have a chance of earning a place on the season-opening roster.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks request waivers on center Bruno Fernando, sign forward Dominick Barlow to 2-way contract

The Atlanta Hawks have requested waivers on center Bruno Fernando and signed forward Dominick Barlow to a two-way contract

JULY 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hawks waive center Bruno Fernando, add two-way player Fernando appeared in 45 games (two starts) with the Hawks last season, averaging 6.3 points and 4.3 rebounds. He also played in 88 games wit...

JULY 30 • AJC.COM

Released by Atlanta The Hawks waived Fernando on Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact After spending just one full season with the club, Fernando will now look to sign with a new team after being waived by the Hawks. The 25-year-old was a non-factor in the first half of the 2023-24 regular-season, during which he averaged 4.0 points and 3.1 rebounds across 9.0 minutes in 18 games. However, after the All-Star break Fernando saw an uptick in playing time, and he averaged 7.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists across 19.3 minutes in 27 appearances.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Contract guarantee date extended Fernando and the Hawks intend to push back the guarantee deadline on his contract to July 10, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact The Hawks and Fernando decided on a similar move prior to last season, and ultimately the center's contract was guaranteed. If the club decides to guarantee his salary this season, Fernando is set to make $2.7 million this upcoming year. The 25-year-old was a non-factor in the first half of 2023-24; however, after the All-Star break he saw an uptick in minutes, during which he averaged 7.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists across 19.3 minutes.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 19 • 247SPORTS.COM

Back to bench for Play-In Fernando will come off the bench for Wednesday's Play-In Tournament game against the Bulls, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Fernando drew the start in Game 82 of the regular season but he'll retreat to the second unit with Clint Capela (rest) back in action. While it's assumed Atlanta will trim down their rotation, Fernando should see upwards of 20 minutes Wednesday.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks' Bruno Fernando looks to make impact in Play-In vs. the Bulls on Wednesday Fernando could, for the first time in his five-year career, play significant minutes in a postseason game Wednesday night.

APRIL 17 • AJC.COM

Reaches double figures in start Fernando contributed 12 points (3-5 FG, 6-6 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 21 minutes during Sunday's 157-115 loss to Indiana.

Impact Fernando got the starting nod with Clint Capela (rest) sitting out the regular-season finale, ending as one of four Atlanta starters and five players with a double-digit point total in a losing effort. Fernando started his second game of the season Sunday, his first that ended with 10 or more points. He rounds out the regular season by posting 11 double-digit scoring outings.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Capela Fernando will start Sunday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact With Clint Capela (rest) sitting out the regular-season finale, Fernando will draw a spot start. In his only start this season (Feb. 14 versus Charlotte), Fernando posted six points, 12 rebounds, an assist and a block in 26 minutes.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

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Hawks request waivers on center Bruno Fernando, sign forward Dominick Barlow to 2-way contract